Diagnosis of Parkinson′s disease / 中华神经科杂志

ABSTRACT

Parkinson′s disease is the second major neurodegenerative disease with increasing incidence and population in China in recent years. Its diagnosis and treatment are difficult and there is no cure at present, which brings a heavy burden to the families of the patients and society. An accurate diagnosis of Parkinson′s disease is a prerequisite for treatment. The current diagnosis is mainly dependent on clinical symptoms. According to the diagnostic criteria in China, the diagnosis of Parkinson′s disease needs to go through the diagnosis of Parkinsonism and Parkinson′s disease. In addition, when the diagnosis of Parkinson′s disease is difficult, there are a number of ancillary tests that can be effective in the diagnosis and differential diagnosis of atypical Parkinson disease. With the progress of diagnostic technology, the diagnosis of Parkinson′s disease will become more standardized, intelligent and professional.